Supplies Flashcards
1
Q
Synthetic fabric example
A
Polyester
2
Q
Manufactured wood example. Why build with it?
A
Plywood
Hard wood
More stable to build with
3
Q
Composite Materials Example. What is it used for?
A
Wood, carbon fiber, mud bricks
They are mainly used for building bridges, racing car bodies, swimming pools panels, storage tanks
4
Q
What is an alloy?
A
An alloy is a combination of metallic metals in one compound to give a greater strength or resistance to corrosion
5
Q
Examples of a thermo polymer
A
Acrylic
6
Q
What are the properties of synthetic fabrics?
A
Stronger and more durable than normal fibres and it is a spongler so it doesnt rub your skin
